Campground or Camping Ground
Posted on December 10, 2007 - Filed Under ground
Campground, the word
Campground is, quite obviously, another hybrid word that can be more easily defined when separated and then combined again. The word separates into camp and ground.
The Definition of Camp
The word camp is a noun and comes from the Old French word campus. Campus would be described as any courtyard or area used for a specific use, event or gathering. Thus, camp can be defined as an area designated for recreational outdoor living. In America, camping is the art of entertaining ones self and family while enjoying the outdoors and living without most modern amenities that a house might offer. Traditional camping, which is done without electricity or battery operated machines, requires that the camper cook his food over an open flame the way our ancestors did. Otherwise, the camper was left to eat cold food. Modern camping relies heavily on the use of modern gadgets and electronic devices. The art of camping, however is no less difficult than it ever was as modern conveniences force us further and further away from living naturally without industry, making our trips into the outdoors more and more foreign each year.
The Definition of Ground
The word ground, which is a noun, comes from the Old English word grund which refers to a specific area, measurement or portion of earth, land or terrain. Because the word ground litterally refers to the most common element, carbon, the word sometimes takes the connotation of seriousness or weight in the English language. For example the phrase, on solid ground means "a place of strength". For example, I have to get my feet on solid ground means "I need to become strong and settled again."
Campground Defined
When you put the two words together, creating campground, the word quite literally means a specific measurement of earth, land or terrain where people come together for quality time in the outdoors. Some believe that camping in a campground is like paying homage to our ancestors who lived without electricity, water and many other modern amenities.
The Phrase Camping Ground
The phrase camping ground refers to the same as campground but is not widely used among all English speaking people. In fact, the majority of those who use the phrase camping ground live in the midwestern states in America. This, of course, is just proof that dialect and pronunciation differ from one area to another.
About Campgrounds
Campgrounds are incredibly fun. They usually have tent sites, cabins for rent when the weather is cold and grassy areas for recreational use. Playgrounds are also very popular at campgrounds. The most popular play sets at playgrounds are the modern, safe sets that are made of plastic and wood. When camping and taking children to the playground, be sure to keep close watch on your children.
While camping at a campground, popular activities usually include roasting food over an open flame, singing songs around a campfire, star gazing and tons of active things as well. Hiking, bicycling, trail blazing, canoeing and picnicking are many of the outdoor activities that also ensue while on a camping trip.
Battleground
Posted on December 9, 2007 - Filed Under ground
Battleground, the Word
Battleground, which is a hybrid English word that when separated into 2 words, battle and ground, is simple to understand.
The Definition of Battle
Battle, which is a noun that comes from the Latin word battalia. This also influenced the French word bataille, and is defined as a conflict between two opposing forces. These opposing forces can be any number of things, from diseases in nature vs. their host, to human versus human in a fight. The fight of a battle can be between just two people, or two groups of people. In fact, a battle can be between many groups of people, like in a world war. A battle, however, does not have to be considered an act of aggression and warfare. The word can also be used with a friendly connotation in terms of healthy competition. A battle of wits, for example is a term used to describe a competition of intelligence between two people. The Battle of the Sexes is a term to describe the ongoing, unspoken competition between men and women for the most intelligent title.
The Definition of Ground
The word ground, which is a noun, comes from the Old English word grund, which refers to a specific area, measurement or portion of earth, land or terrain. In other words, what you walk on and what we build on is ground. However, because the word ground literally refers to the most common element, carbon, the word sometimes takes the connotation of seriousness or weight in the English language in philosophy. For example, standing one’s ground means "I am firm in what I believe," which is a serious, philosophical statement.
Battleground Defined
When you place the words battle and ground together, battleground literally means earth, terrain or land which has been fought on in a battle. An excellent example of a battleground is Gettysburg, Pennsylvania where the infamous Battle of Gettysburg was executed during the American Civil War. During the Battle of Gettysburg, more soldiers were killed than in any other battle during the American Civil War.
Other Battlegrounds
War and battles do not only happen among adults and politicians. Fights and scuffles are common on playgrounds and ball grounds where sometimes large amounts of children and teens gather for activity and exercise. Playgrounds in inner city areas are especially dangerous as they are often occupied by local street gangs and drug dealers. Some politicians in areas like the Bronx, New York, work hard every year to keep playgrounds and parks safe for kids.
Playground
Posted on December 8, 2007 - Filed Under ground
Playground the Word
The English language often combines sets of words with prefixes and suffixes from influential languages to create commonly used words. The word playground is an excellent example of this rule, so when separated into two words, play and ground, we begin to understand the morphed word’s meaning.
Play, Defined
The word play comes from the Old English word plaga. Play represents the activities that humans engage in for the purposes of entertainment. Some, however, also speculate that animals also engage in activities for entertainment and skill learning purposes. In essence, play can be an action that passes time in a pleasant way. The word can also be used to describe a story told by humans for other humans to enjoy. This is also known as theater or acting.
Ground, Defined
The word ground is also Old English and refers to a unit or measurement of earth, land or terrain. When used as a phrase in the ground, the meaning usually refers to an immediate area of earth close by.
Playground, Defined
When the two words are coupled after being broken down, the word playground means an area or measurement of earth, land or terrain that is used for the purpose of activity and entertainment.
About Playgrounds
An actual playground, which usually consists of a fun sand box, a ball ground, a grassy area and a jungle gym or outdoor play set and some swings, is quite often a place of retreat for families. Playgrounds are great for outdoor sports, relaxation, picnicking, jogging and other activities.
The sand box in a playground is used for building and exploring in. Usually young children take plastic tools and toys into the sand box to create model buildings, castles and other creative objects. When a lack of water in the sand causes it to be loose and dry, unsuitable for building, the younger children usually simply have fun scooping the sand into their buckets and dumping it out again. The sand is also, however, an excellent padding for children who fall from playground equipment.
The playground’s grassy areas or green belt, as it’s called, is commonly used for picnics, which are an outdoor meal, sports like soccer or volleyball, and dog walking for pet owners.
The best playgrounds usually have a ball ground. A ball ground is a court or paved area where children may bounce and pass a ball back and forth to one another. Ball grounds can also include a basketball court which includes a pole and hoop that the ball is passed through.
Jungle gyms or swing sets are usually contraptions made of metal or wood and plastic for children to climb on in playgrounds. They build stamina, flexibility and strength, but older models can often be dangerous. Newer models, made of bolted wood and plastic, are much safer. Swings are rubber seats that are attached to chains on a pole set, allowing a child to sit and rock back and forth in the air.
To conclude, though most commonly used for small children, playgrounds are essentially a great way to enjoy the outdoors while getting some much needed physical activity. With a positive attitude, a playground can lift your spirits and tone your body.
Ground owners
Posted on December 7, 2007 - Filed Under ground
Ground Owners, the Phrase
In order to better understand the meaning behind the phrase ground owners, the two words can be identified separately and then combined. This practice is common in better understanding hybrid English words.
Ground Defined
The word ground, which is an Old English noun, is used here as a reference to a unit or measurement of earth, land and/or terrain. The word has many other uses as well, philosophically being the most common besides to describe land.
Owners Defined
The word owners, an English noun, is used in reference to a company, business, person or persons who claim keep or possession over an item or object. Together, they literally mean a person who keeps claim over a particular unit of earth, terrain or land.
Ground Owners Defined
Essentially, the phrase ground owners refers to a person, business or persons who own land, regardless of whether or not property is involved. Often times a citizen who is called a ground owner is simply a home owner. Most commonly, however, this phrase is in reference to land owners who rent their land out for commercial or private purposes.
Examples of Ground Owners
An example of commercial ground owners would be a commercial warehouse owner. A commercial warehouse, representing ground, is usually owned by an individual or business, who usually owns other grounds as well. To make profit, the owner will rent out the grounds to business people and entrepreneurs, completing the term ground owner. The grounds themselves are usually used by the renters to conduct business.
Private ground owners usually refers to, as mentioned above, homeowners or individuals who own homes. Though the term does apply to people and families who own land and live on it in a house, most commonly the term refers to homeowners who opt to rent their land and real property to others as a means of shelter and home. This is sometimes done for profit and other times for personal reasons that keep ground owners from living in the property they own.
The phrase ground owners is not to be confused with the phrase groundskeeper. A groundskeeper, also an English noun, refers to someone who is hired to care for the owned property of another. Quite often, a groundskeeper also maintains the vegetation of the property and removes rubbish. Especially the groundskeeper of a playground.
For more information on ground owners, see the website ground owners (www.groundownlers.com) which is an excellent resource for information on owning land. A chat service for ground owners will be started there soon.
Ground Hog Day
Posted on October 6, 2007 - Filed Under Ground Hog
The legend of Ground hog Day is based on an old Scottish proverb: "If Candlemas Day is bright and clear, there’ll be two winters in the year."
On February 2 of every year, people gather at a wooded knoll called Gobbler’s Knob, just outside of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania.
The ground hog is said to be right all the time.
Until 1966, the ceremony in Punxsutawney was held in secret. Only Phil’s prediction was revealed to the public. Since, Phil’s fearless forecast has always been a national media event.
When the groundhog comes out of burrow, he looks for his shadow and utters his prediction to a Ground hog Club representative in "groundhogese." Afterwards, the representative translates this prediction for the general public.
If Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow, it means that there will be six more weeks of winter. If he does not see it, it is about to become spring.
In 9 of ten cases, Phil sees his shadow.
Phil started making predictions in 1887 and has become an American institution.
The meaning of Ground
Posted on October 5, 2007 - Filed Under General
Looking up the official meaning of the word ground you start realizing the immense potential of this word. Just take the most obvious source:
- 1.
- a. The solid surface of the earth.
- b. The floor of a body of water, especially the sea.
- 2. Soil; earth: level the ground for a lawn.
- 3. An area of land designated for a particular purpose. Often used in the plural: a burial ground; parade grounds.
- 4. The land surrounding or forming part of a house or another building. Often used in the plural: a guesthouse on the grounds of the mansion.
- 5. An area or a position that is contested in or as if in battle: The soldiers held their ground against the enemy. Character witnesses helped the defendant stand her ground in the trial.
- 6. Something that serves as a foundation or means of attachment for something else: a ground of white paint under the mural.
- 7. A surrounding area; a background.
- 8. The foundation for an argument, a belief, or an action; a basis. Often used in the plural.
- 9. The underlying condition prompting an action; a cause. Often used in the plural: grounds for suspicion; a ground for divorce. See synonyms at base1.
- 10. An area of reference or discussion; a subject: The professor covered new ground in every lecture.
- 11. grounds The sediment at or from the bottom of a liquid: coffee grounds.
- 12. Electricity.
- a. A large conducting body, such as the earth or an electric circuit connected to the earth, used as an arbitrary zero of potential.
- b. A conducting object, such as a wire, that is connected to such a position of zero potential.
Ground.com says hello!
Posted on October 1, 2007 - Filed Under General
Welcome to ground.com
in the next few days and weeks we shall be adding descriptions of the main phrases that include the single word Ground.
We are aware that this term is included in phrases within different categories like ground transportation through ground hog day and ground beef, or even very specific terms like ground zero. For this reason we would be very interested in your feedback as to what kind of information or services you would expect to find on this ground.com site.
Any feedback comment here or at the parallelly running ground blog would be highly appreciated.
We look forward to rich growing interactive site!
Kind regards
Richard Martin
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